Tuatha
@tuatha.ie
Explore Ireland with us! Visitor guides, itineraries, courses, events — created by archaeologists for people who really want to get under the skin of Ireland.
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(pics all our own work)
Start your Irish archaeological adventure:
https://www.tuatha.ie/
(pics all our own work)
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Tuatha
@tuatha.ie
· Nov 16
Hello! We're brand new to Bluesky!
We are a small company based in Clonmel, Tipperary. We're archaeologists who are focused on helping people to discover some of Ireland's wonderful ancient monuments and historic landscapes.
So if you're interested in Irish heritage, please do give us a follow!
We are a small company based in Clonmel, Tipperary. We're archaeologists who are focused on helping people to discover some of Ireland's wonderful ancient monuments and historic landscapes.
So if you're interested in Irish heritage, please do give us a follow!
Each edition of our spam-free, weekly newsletter features one of our favourite monuments to visit, along with updates about our work and more.
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
Newsletter by Tuatha and Abarta Heritage
Discover the best places to visit in Ireland with our Monument Monday series, along with tips for explorers and insights into our work.
www.tuatha.ie
February 9, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Each edition of our spam-free, weekly newsletter features one of our favourite monuments to visit, along with updates about our work and more.
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter, we visit Donegal Town to explore the former stronghold of the O'Donnells of Tirconell.
#Donegal #Ireland #SpéirGhorm
#Donegal #Ireland #SpéirGhorm
February 9, 2026 at 5:28 PM
In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter, we visit Donegal Town to explore the former stronghold of the O'Donnells of Tirconell.
#Donegal #Ireland #SpéirGhorm
#Donegal #Ireland #SpéirGhorm
With so much rain in recent weeks, we haven't been out and about as much as we'd like. So it was nice to get a good family walk through the local woods at Carey's Castle today.
It was lovely to hear all the birdsong and see the signs of Spring, like the hazel catkins.
#SpéirGhorm
It was lovely to hear all the birdsong and see the signs of Spring, like the hazel catkins.
#SpéirGhorm
February 8, 2026 at 4:41 PM
With so much rain in recent weeks, we haven't been out and about as much as we'd like. So it was nice to get a good family walk through the local woods at Carey's Castle today.
It was lovely to hear all the birdsong and see the signs of Spring, like the hazel catkins.
#SpéirGhorm
It was lovely to hear all the birdsong and see the signs of Spring, like the hazel catkins.
#SpéirGhorm
Tuatha Members can explore the best of Inis Mór with our exclusive itinerary.
Not a member yet? Visit the link below to discover how we can help you to explore Ireland's incredible archaeology and heritage
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Not a member yet? Visit the link below to discover how we can help you to explore Ireland's incredible archaeology and heritage
www.tuatha.ie/join/
February 7, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Tuatha Members can explore the best of Inis Mór with our exclusive itinerary.
Not a member yet? Visit the link below to discover how we can help you to explore Ireland's incredible archaeology and heritage
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Not a member yet? Visit the link below to discover how we can help you to explore Ireland's incredible archaeology and heritage
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Teampall Bheanáin • Inis Mór
The tiny church known as Teampall Bheanáin is one of the smallest in Ireland, measuring just over 3m x 2m.
The remains of clocháns and the stump of a round tower can still be seen nearby, hints and remnants of a once significant monastery.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
The tiny church known as Teampall Bheanáin is one of the smallest in Ireland, measuring just over 3m x 2m.
The remains of clocháns and the stump of a round tower can still be seen nearby, hints and remnants of a once significant monastery.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
February 7, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Teampall Bheanáin • Inis Mór
The tiny church known as Teampall Bheanáin is one of the smallest in Ireland, measuring just over 3m x 2m.
The remains of clocháns and the stump of a round tower can still be seen nearby, hints and remnants of a once significant monastery.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
The tiny church known as Teampall Bheanáin is one of the smallest in Ireland, measuring just over 3m x 2m.
The remains of clocháns and the stump of a round tower can still be seen nearby, hints and remnants of a once significant monastery.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
The Knowth Macehead • c.3300-2800 BC
It has been described as one of the greatest surviving artworks from Neolithic Europe.
All six sides of the flint macehead are delicately decorated. From this view, it appears like a human face, with the hole for the shaft as a mouth.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
It has been described as one of the greatest surviving artworks from Neolithic Europe.
All six sides of the flint macehead are delicately decorated. From this view, it appears like a human face, with the hole for the shaft as a mouth.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
February 6, 2026 at 6:49 PM
The Knowth Macehead • c.3300-2800 BC
It has been described as one of the greatest surviving artworks from Neolithic Europe.
All six sides of the flint macehead are delicately decorated. From this view, it appears like a human face, with the hole for the shaft as a mouth.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
It has been described as one of the greatest surviving artworks from Neolithic Europe.
All six sides of the flint macehead are delicately decorated. From this view, it appears like a human face, with the hole for the shaft as a mouth.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
The Giant's Grave • Cavan Burren • c.2500 BC
This wedge tomb is imbued with a local legend of a giant who was competing for the love of a giantess.
He attempted to jump over the nearby gorge (known as the Giant’s Leap) but fell to his death, and he was buried in this tomb.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
This wedge tomb is imbued with a local legend of a giant who was competing for the love of a giantess.
He attempted to jump over the nearby gorge (known as the Giant’s Leap) but fell to his death, and he was buried in this tomb.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
February 5, 2026 at 7:08 PM
The Giant's Grave • Cavan Burren • c.2500 BC
This wedge tomb is imbued with a local legend of a giant who was competing for the love of a giantess.
He attempted to jump over the nearby gorge (known as the Giant’s Leap) but fell to his death, and he was buried in this tomb.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
This wedge tomb is imbued with a local legend of a giant who was competing for the love of a giantess.
He attempted to jump over the nearby gorge (known as the Giant’s Leap) but fell to his death, and he was buried in this tomb.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
I've included Loher Stone Fort as one of my 22 favourite monuments to visit along the stunning Ring of Kerry. You can grab our comprehensive itinerary guide FREE from the link below
www.tuatha.ie/the-ultimate...
www.tuatha.ie/the-ultimate...
The Ultimate Ring of Kerry Tour Itinerary - Tuatha
Our free Ultimate Ring of Kerry Tour itinerary helps you to explore like an expert – featuring 22 unmissable story-filled sites!
www.tuatha.ie
February 4, 2026 at 7:25 PM
I've included Loher Stone Fort as one of my 22 favourite monuments to visit along the stunning Ring of Kerry. You can grab our comprehensive itinerary guide FREE from the link below
www.tuatha.ie/the-ultimate...
www.tuatha.ie/the-ultimate...
Loher Stone Fort is beautifully situated on Kerry's Iveragh Peninsula, with wonderful views over Ballinskelligs Bay.
It was once the home of an important family during the early medieval period and likely to have been constructed sometime around c700–1100 AD.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #WildAtlanticWay
It was once the home of an important family during the early medieval period and likely to have been constructed sometime around c700–1100 AD.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #WildAtlanticWay
February 4, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Loher Stone Fort is beautifully situated on Kerry's Iveragh Peninsula, with wonderful views over Ballinskelligs Bay.
It was once the home of an important family during the early medieval period and likely to have been constructed sometime around c700–1100 AD.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #WildAtlanticWay
It was once the home of an important family during the early medieval period and likely to have been constructed sometime around c700–1100 AD.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #WildAtlanticWay
Reposted by Tuatha
NEW member benefit: An Taisce is delighted to have a special reciprocal membership arrangement with Tuatha
As a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy 30% off Tuatha membership, or if you're a member of Tuatha, you can enjoy a 30% discount to join An Taisce
www.antaisce.org/news/members...
@tuatha.ie
As a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy 30% off Tuatha membership, or if you're a member of Tuatha, you can enjoy a 30% discount to join An Taisce
www.antaisce.org/news/members...
@tuatha.ie
February 3, 2026 at 1:51 PM
NEW member benefit: An Taisce is delighted to have a special reciprocal membership arrangement with Tuatha
As a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy 30% off Tuatha membership, or if you're a member of Tuatha, you can enjoy a 30% discount to join An Taisce
www.antaisce.org/news/members...
@tuatha.ie
As a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy 30% off Tuatha membership, or if you're a member of Tuatha, you can enjoy a 30% discount to join An Taisce
www.antaisce.org/news/members...
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Kilfenora is one of the stops on our Burren Heartlands Itinerary – available now for Tuatha Members!
Not a member yet? Start your Irish archaeological adventure by joining today at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Not a member yet? Start your Irish archaeological adventure by joining today at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/join/
February 3, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Kilfenora is one of the stops on our Burren Heartlands Itinerary – available now for Tuatha Members!
Not a member yet? Start your Irish archaeological adventure by joining today at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Not a member yet? Start your Irish archaeological adventure by joining today at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/join/
The West Cross • Kilfenora • Clare
When it was founded in c.1152, Kilfenora Cathedral was the centre of the smallest diocese in medieval Ireland.
Though small, Kilfenora is rich in historic features, and the site had as many as six high crosses.
This is the impressive c.4.5m tall West Cross.
When it was founded in c.1152, Kilfenora Cathedral was the centre of the smallest diocese in medieval Ireland.
Though small, Kilfenora is rich in historic features, and the site had as many as six high crosses.
This is the impressive c.4.5m tall West Cross.
February 3, 2026 at 7:33 PM
The West Cross • Kilfenora • Clare
When it was founded in c.1152, Kilfenora Cathedral was the centre of the smallest diocese in medieval Ireland.
Though small, Kilfenora is rich in historic features, and the site had as many as six high crosses.
This is the impressive c.4.5m tall West Cross.
When it was founded in c.1152, Kilfenora Cathedral was the centre of the smallest diocese in medieval Ireland.
Though small, Kilfenora is rich in historic features, and the site had as many as six high crosses.
This is the impressive c.4.5m tall West Cross.
As a member of Tuatha you can now enjoy 30% off the price of An Taisce membership, and if you're a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy the same discount to join Tuatha!
You can read more about the collaboration and the benefits of joining An Taisce at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/an-taisce-an...
You can read more about the collaboration and the benefits of joining An Taisce at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/an-taisce-an...
February 3, 2026 at 1:23 PM
As a member of Tuatha you can now enjoy 30% off the price of An Taisce membership, and if you're a member of An Taisce, you can enjoy the same discount to join Tuatha!
You can read more about the collaboration and the benefits of joining An Taisce at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/an-taisce-an...
You can read more about the collaboration and the benefits of joining An Taisce at the link below:
www.tuatha.ie/an-taisce-an...
We established Tuatha to help people to engage with Ireland’s incredible archaeology, with an emphasis on sustainable tourism & monument protection.
We love to collaborate with like-minded organisations. So we are delighted to let you know that we have a new arrangement with @antaisce.bsky.social!
We love to collaborate with like-minded organisations. So we are delighted to let you know that we have a new arrangement with @antaisce.bsky.social!
February 3, 2026 at 1:23 PM
We established Tuatha to help people to engage with Ireland’s incredible archaeology, with an emphasis on sustainable tourism & monument protection.
We love to collaborate with like-minded organisations. So we are delighted to let you know that we have a new arrangement with @antaisce.bsky.social!
We love to collaborate with like-minded organisations. So we are delighted to let you know that we have a new arrangement with @antaisce.bsky.social!
Each edition of our spam-free, weekly newsletter features one of our favourite monuments to visit and more.
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
You can sign up for the newsletter below:
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
You can sign up for the newsletter below:
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
Newsletter by Tuatha and Abarta Heritage
Discover the best places to visit in Ireland with our Monument Monday series, along with tips for explorers and insights into our work.
www.tuatha.ie
February 2, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Each edition of our spam-free, weekly newsletter features one of our favourite monuments to visit and more.
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
You can sign up for the newsletter below:
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
So, if you fancy guaranteeing yourself at least one nice email to start your week, you'd be most welcome to join us!
You can sign up for the newsletter below:
www.tuatha.ie/newsletter/
In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter, we visit a medieval marvel in County Meath.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland #IrishArchaeology #Medieval #Archaeology
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland #IrishArchaeology #Medieval #Archaeology
February 2, 2026 at 5:04 PM
In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday newsletter, we visit a medieval marvel in County Meath.
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland #IrishArchaeology #Medieval #Archaeology
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland #IrishArchaeology #Medieval #Archaeology
This bank holiday weekend offers the perfect opportunity to get out and explore some incredible sites throughout the country associated with Brigid.
We've picked five of our favourites, you can discover more in our article at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/5-places-to-...
We've picked five of our favourites, you can discover more in our article at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/5-places-to-...
5 places to get closer to the story of St Brigid
With St Brigid's day upon us, here are 5 places to get closer to the story of the life and legacy of Saint Brigid of Kildare.
www.tuatha.ie
February 1, 2026 at 11:49 AM
This bank holiday weekend offers the perfect opportunity to get out and explore some incredible sites throughout the country associated with Brigid.
We've picked five of our favourites, you can discover more in our article at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/5-places-to-...
We've picked five of our favourites, you can discover more in our article at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/5-places-to-...
Lá Fhéile Bríde shona daoibh! Happy Saint Brigid's Day!
From the early medieval period through to today, Brigid’s life and legacy stretched across Ireland and even further afield.
#SpéirGhorm #Ireland
From the early medieval period through to today, Brigid’s life and legacy stretched across Ireland and even further afield.
#SpéirGhorm #Ireland
February 1, 2026 at 11:49 AM
Lá Fhéile Bríde shona daoibh! Happy Saint Brigid's Day!
From the early medieval period through to today, Brigid’s life and legacy stretched across Ireland and even further afield.
#SpéirGhorm #Ireland
From the early medieval period through to today, Brigid’s life and legacy stretched across Ireland and even further afield.
#SpéirGhorm #Ireland
You can learn more about this ogham stone, along with many of the other incredible sites on the Dingle Peninsula in our TimeTour – a virtual voyage with archaeologist Isabel Bennett.
Available for Tuatha Members.
Not a member yet? Start your archaeological adventure
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Available for Tuatha Members.
Not a member yet? Start your archaeological adventure
www.tuatha.ie/join/
January 31, 2026 at 7:28 PM
You can learn more about this ogham stone, along with many of the other incredible sites on the Dingle Peninsula in our TimeTour – a virtual voyage with archaeologist Isabel Bennett.
Available for Tuatha Members.
Not a member yet? Start your archaeological adventure
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Available for Tuatha Members.
Not a member yet? Start your archaeological adventure
www.tuatha.ie/join/
Dunmore Ogham Stone • Kerry
Perched high on Dunmore Head overlooking the Blasket Islands, this ogham stone is one of the most striking monuments on the Dingle Peninsula.
It reads ERC MAQI MAQI-ERCIAṢ ṂỤ DOVIṆIẠ
of Erc son of Mac-Erce descendant? of Duibne
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland
Perched high on Dunmore Head overlooking the Blasket Islands, this ogham stone is one of the most striking monuments on the Dingle Peninsula.
It reads ERC MAQI MAQI-ERCIAṢ ṂỤ DOVIṆIẠ
of Erc son of Mac-Erce descendant? of Duibne
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland
January 31, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Dunmore Ogham Stone • Kerry
Perched high on Dunmore Head overlooking the Blasket Islands, this ogham stone is one of the most striking monuments on the Dingle Peninsula.
It reads ERC MAQI MAQI-ERCIAṢ ṂỤ DOVIṆIẠ
of Erc son of Mac-Erce descendant? of Duibne
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland
Perched high on Dunmore Head overlooking the Blasket Islands, this ogham stone is one of the most striking monuments on the Dingle Peninsula.
It reads ERC MAQI MAQI-ERCIAṢ ṂỤ DOVIṆIẠ
of Erc son of Mac-Erce descendant? of Duibne
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland
With much more to come through the rest of the year, there's so much to dig into!
So, if you fancy exploring more of Ireland's incredible archaeology this year, do come and join us!
You can sign up today at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/join/
So, if you fancy exploring more of Ireland's incredible archaeology this year, do come and join us!
You can sign up today at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/join/
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Discover Become a member of Tuatha todevelop a deeper connection with Ireland and really get to know the Old Place.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:40 PM
With much more to come through the rest of the year, there's so much to dig into!
So, if you fancy exploring more of Ireland's incredible archaeology this year, do come and join us!
You can sign up today at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/join/
So, if you fancy exploring more of Ireland's incredible archaeology this year, do come and join us!
You can sign up today at the link below
www.tuatha.ie/join/
We have lots in store for Members this year!
We're delighted to have wonderful experts sharing their knowledge with us with our upcoming talks and tours.
And it's great to spend time in good company with fellow members as we explore Ireland's ancient landscapes together!
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
We're delighted to have wonderful experts sharing their knowledge with us with our upcoming talks and tours.
And it's great to spend time in good company with fellow members as we explore Ireland's ancient landscapes together!
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
January 31, 2026 at 1:40 PM
We have lots in store for Members this year!
We're delighted to have wonderful experts sharing their knowledge with us with our upcoming talks and tours.
And it's great to spend time in good company with fellow members as we explore Ireland's ancient landscapes together!
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
We're delighted to have wonderful experts sharing their knowledge with us with our upcoming talks and tours.
And it's great to spend time in good company with fellow members as we explore Ireland's ancient landscapes together!
#Ireland #SpéirGhorm
Jet Necklace • Derry
This is part of a c.4000 year old necklace made of jet found at Cumber, County Derry.
The jet is likely to have come from Northern England, showing trade links across the Irish Sea in the Bronze Age.
You can see this wonderful artefact in the National Museum of Ireland.
This is part of a c.4000 year old necklace made of jet found at Cumber, County Derry.
The jet is likely to have come from Northern England, showing trade links across the Irish Sea in the Bronze Age.
You can see this wonderful artefact in the National Museum of Ireland.
January 30, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Jet Necklace • Derry
This is part of a c.4000 year old necklace made of jet found at Cumber, County Derry.
The jet is likely to have come from Northern England, showing trade links across the Irish Sea in the Bronze Age.
You can see this wonderful artefact in the National Museum of Ireland.
This is part of a c.4000 year old necklace made of jet found at Cumber, County Derry.
The jet is likely to have come from Northern England, showing trade links across the Irish Sea in the Bronze Age.
You can see this wonderful artefact in the National Museum of Ireland.
Thanks for being part of it!
January 29, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Thanks for being part of it!